Smriti Irani Makes Triumphant Return to Television After 12 Years
Smriti Irani has made a stunning comeback to television. She returned after a break of twelve years to play Tulsi Virani once again. This role is in the iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. The show recently took a dramatic six-year leap in its storyline. Since that leap, the series has dominated the television ratings. It has held the number one spot for two consecutive weeks.
Nostalgic Reunion with Co-Stars Sparks Social Media Buzz
The actress and politician recently shared a blast from the past on her social media. She reacted to a thirteen-year-old photograph featuring her female co-stars from the original Kyunki series. Smriti Irani fondly called all the women in the picture "madcaps". She reshared the image on her account with that single, affectionate caption.
The photograph was first posted by actress Ritu Chaudhary Seth. She plays Shobha, Tulsi Virani's daughter, in the current season. The image captures a joyful moment between several key cast members.
- Smriti Irani
- Komolika Guhathakurta
- Apara Mehta
- Tasneem Sheikh Nerurkar
- Tuhina Vohra
While Apara Mehta, Tasneem, and Tuhina are not part of the show's second season, Smriti Irani, Ritu Seth, and Komolika Guhathakurta continue in pivotal roles.
Show's Return and Major Plot Developments
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi made a grand return to television screens in August 2025. This marked twenty-five years since the show first premiered. The recent narrative leap has introduced significant changes. Tulsi and her iconic husband Mihir are now shown as separated in the storyline.
Smriti Irani opened up about portraying Tulsi in this new phase. She described the role as deeply personal. Irani stated that Tulsi's journey reflects the real-life experiences of many women she has met through her work.
"After the leap, Tulsi is separated from Mihir," Irani explained. "Her story is not about bitterness. It is about a woman finding her own emotional strength. I see in Tulsi the quiet resilience of women who adapt and rebuild when life changes unexpectedly. This chapter shows that a woman's strength and self-worth can evolve, even in difficult times."
Legacy of an Iconic Television Series
For newer audiences, Mihir and Tulsi Virani were one of the most beloved on-screen couples of the 2000s. The original series aired from June 2000 to November 2008. It ran for eight successful years, making it one of the longest-running shows of its era. The current season continues to build on that massive legacy, captivating audiences once again.
